Sanford Health

Child Development

Have you ever asked yourself “Why do children do that?” or “What will my child do next?” Child development experts at Sanford Children’s may be able to help answer your child development questions.

As the community outreach arm of Sanford Children’s, CHILD Services’ staff are able to connect the many resources of Sanford Children’s and the community together to meet the needs of children and families. Through services and information, trained staff are available to assist parents, child care providers and early childhood teachers in obtaining information on children’s development.

To access all services contact us at (605) 333-0698 or email childsrv@sanfordhealth.org

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Responsive Parenting Program Classes

Responsive Parenting Classes are part of the South Dakota Bright Start Initiative. Responsive Parenting classes are a six-week series of classes for parents with children ages birth to three years old. In these free classes, parents will learn about topics such as social-emotional growth, early brain development, temperament and guidance. New classes begin every six weeks and are available in different locations throughout the state.

To register for a class or schedule a series contact us at (605) 333-0698 or by email.

The six-week series includes:

  • The Parent-Child Dance
  • Your Unique Child
  • Responding to Your Child's Needs
  • Encouraging Your Child
  • What and How Your Child Learns
  • Parenting is Stressful; So is Growing Up

For class schedule click here

4/25/2011

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